"League of Legends Worlds 2024 Anthem" is a new english anthem song by Linkin Park, released on the League of Legends YouTube channel. The orginal song name is "Heavy Is The Crown”, the track is the highly anticipated second single… Read More
League of Legends Worlds 2024 Anthem Lyrics
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[Verse 1]
It's pourin' in, it laid on the floor again
One knock at the door and then
We both know how the story ends, you can't win
Get your white flags out when the war begins
Aimin' so high but swingin' so low
Tryna catch fire, but feelin' so cold
Hold it inside and hope they won't show
Sayin' it's not, but inside I know
[Pre-Chorus]
Today is gonna be the day you notice
'Cause I'm tired of explainin' what the joke is
[Chorus]
This is what you asked for, heavy is the crown
Fire in the sunrise, ashes rainin' down
Tryna hold it in but it keeps bleedin' out
This is what you asked for, heavy is the
Heavy is the crown
[Verse 2]
Turned to run, now look what it's become
Outnumbered ten to one
Back then, should've bit your tongue
There's no turnin' back this path once it's begun
You're already on that list
Say you don't want what you can't resist
Waving that sword when the pen won't miss
Watchin' it all fallin' apart like this
[Chorus]
This is what you asked for, heavy is the crown
Fire in the sunrise, ashes rainin' down
Tryna hold it in but it keeps bleedin' out
This is what you asked for, heavy is the
Heavy is the crown
[Bridge]
Today is gonna be the day you notice
'Cause I'm tired of explainin' what the joke is
This is what you asked for
[Chorus]
This is what you asked for, heavy is the crown
Fire in the sunrise, ashes rainin' down
Tryna hold it in but it keeps bleedin' out
This is what you asked for, heavy is the
Heavy is the crown
[Outro]
Heavy is the crown
Heavy is the
Heavy is the crown
[Verse 1]
In this section, Linkin Park captures the sense of inevitability and conflict. The imagery of a war about to begin symbolizes personal battles and the struggles that come with high aspirations. The mention of "white flags" suggests a readiness to surrender, while the contrast of aiming high yet feeling low conveys a sense of frustration and disillusionment.
[Pre-Chorus]
Here, the singer expresses a moment of realization, indicating a shift in awareness. The exhaustion of having to explain oneself highlights a deeper sense of isolation, where the singer feels misunderstood or unrecognized. This frustration builds the emotional intensity of the song.
[Chorus]
The chorus reinforces the central message of the song: the burdens of ambition and the reality of facing consequences. "Heavy is the crown" signifies the weight of leadership and the pressures that accompany it. The imagery of fire and ashes symbolizes destruction and rebirth, suggesting that with every aspiration comes sacrifice and loss.
[Verse 2]
In this verse, Linkin Park delves deeper into the consequences of past choices. The idea of being outnumbered and the reference to having "bit your tongue" signifies regret and the inability to reverse decisions. The conflict between action and inaction highlights the internal struggle of the singer, as they confront the chaos around them.
[Chorus]
The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the relentless nature of the burdens being faced. The cyclical nature of the struggle is reinforced as the singer grapples with holding back emotions that continue to bleed out, representing the ongoing conflict between internal desires and external realities.
[Outro]
The outro echoes the main theme of the song, reiterating the weight of the crown. It serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing challenges and responsibilities that come with striving for greatness. This repetition encapsulates the emotional essence of the song, leaving the listener with a lasting impression of the struggle inherent in ambition.
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About Song
"League of Legends Worlds 2024 Anthem" is a new english anthem song by Linkin Park, released on the League of Legends YouTube channel. The orginal song name is "Heavy Is The Crown”, the track is the highly anticipated second single from the band’s eighth studio album, From Zero. Written by Mike Shinoda and Emily Armstrong. It also serves as the official anthem for League of Legends Worlds 2024. Hints about the song's involvement with Worlds began circulating in September 2024, with the connection being confirmed through cryptic teasers from both Linkin Park and the League of Legends community. The song made a surprise live debut during the From Zero World Tour in Hamburg, Germany, just days before the official announcement of the League of Legends collaboration.
The song's theme delves into the immense pressure of expectations and the burdens of ambition and responsibility. It reflects the internal struggles of striving for greatness while battling both external and personal conflicts.
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The "League of Legends Worlds 2024 Anthem" song is sung by Linkin Park.
The "League of Legends Worlds 2024 Anthem" song by Linkin Park lyrics was written by Mike Shinoda & Emily Armstrong.
The "League of Legends Worlds 2024 Anthem" song by Linkin Park was produced by Mike Shinoda.
Linkin Park released "League of Legends Worlds 2024 Anthem" song on Sep 24, 2024.
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